Seattle - May 12, 2008

The Girlfriend’s Guide

Bossi & Ich Ky Boutique Opens

On your list of most obnoxious sayings, “retail therapy” is right up there with “fashionista” and “you go, girl.”

Which isn’t to say you’re immune to the benefits of a credit card swipe now and then.

So hit new Pioneer Square boutique Bossi & Ich Ky, where former New York Fashion Academy student Ly Tran has assembled a generous collection of hard-to-find labels for men and women.

Tran loves clothes that make a statement — which translates to bold colors, sparkles, and plenty of party frocks. The store’s left side is packed with feminine wares by Cloak & Dagger, Mike & Chris, Grey Ant, Odyn, Voom, Christopher Deane, and more; the right has Billtornade tailored shirts and J Brand jeans for the boys.

Get 20 percent off everything until Thursday, including Biba pumps, Seril handbags, and Eugenia Kim headbands.

Go quick.

And screw “finding the goddess within.”

Bossi & Ich Ky, 112 First Avenue South, at Yesler Way (206-749-2830).